LaGrange College Alumni

We loved welcoming future LC alumni to Candler Cottage last week! 🐾

New Student Orientation is officially underway, and we’re having so much fun meeting the newest members of the Panther family. Welcome to the Hill! ❤️

Ticket sales close in just ONE MONTH for our LC Night at the Braves! ⚾ You don't want to miss this fun summer evening with LC Alumni & Friends!

Whether you're reconnecting with classmates, bringing your family, or just looking for a fun night out, we'd love to see you there! ❤️

For tickets and more information, please visit: https://www.lagrange.edu/alumni/alumni-events/braves-game.html

Très délicieux! 🇫🇷🥐 Our French explorers stepped into the kitchen for a traditional French cooking class. As they learned the art of a French cuisine, they also gained a deeper appreciation for the culture, history, & traditions that make France so unique.

One thing is for sure, these Panthers are bringing home more than just memories . . . they’re bringing home new recipes too! 👨🏽‍🍳

Yesterday afternoon, our French explorers tapped into their creative side during an impressionist art lesson with a local artist. 🎨 Each went home with their very own painting inspired by Monet and other impressionists. We’re sure they made Professor Carolyn Ford proud!

When in Rome, or in this case, Southern France! 🇫🇷Our 3D Journeys travelers are enjoying their time across the meridian, seeing the many remnants of Ancient Rome’s influence in the region. Here, they took in the magnificence of the Maison Carree temple in Nimes.

For years, Austin Cook III has quietly and faithfully invested in the lives of LaGrange College students. Recently, he deepened that legacy by renewing his commitment to an annual scholarship established in honor of his parents and adding the name of his late brother, Dan Cook ’73, creating the Austin P. Cook, Jr., Eleanor B. Cook ’42 and Daniel B. Cook ’73 Annual Scholarship.

This meaningful gift reflects a family’s lasting love for LaGrange College and a belief in the power of education to shape futures for generations to come.

Shown at the scholarship signing are, from left, Andy Geeter, Director of Philanthropy; Scott Rivinius, Vice President for Advancement; Austin Cook III; and President Emeritus Stuart Gulley.

Congratulations to young alumnus Trenton Dillard ’26 and current student Rebecca Miranda, who have released the album “Margins of the Heart” ! 🎶 You can check out their collaboration on major music platforms now, including YouTube at https://youtu.be/-Lxhj9VZBZo?si=d0CwzGfFpXnUM2xj

As part of the Baseball Alumni Day festivities in April, three alumni were recognized for earning All-Region honors during their time at LaGrange College. Each honoree received a custom baseball card that will be permanently displayed in the locker room, serving as a lasting tribute to their achievements and an inspiration to current and future players. ⚾️

Pictured, from left, are Assistant Coach Baley Coleman '22, honoree David Smigelski '25, honoree P**a Peralta '26, honore and Asssistant Coach Adam Dorn '25, and
Head Coach David Kelton '13.

Congratulations to P.T. Alford '20!

Four Troup County School System employees recently made history as members of the inaugural doctoral cohort at LaGrange College, each earning a Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction. This milestone reflects a shared commitment to educational leadership, innovation, and excellence within TCSS.

Pictured (left to right):
Dr. Chance Giddens, Troup High School
Dr. Margaret (Meg) Scott, Gardner Newman Middle School
Dr. Yashica Brooks, Technology Department
Dr. Karishma (Reshma) Bakshani, Hogansville Elementary School

Their achievement represents not only personal and professional dedication, but also the continued investment of TCSS educators in advancing teaching and learning for students across the district. Congratulations!